Synonyms of signednext
: having a sign
especially : having a plus or minus sign
signed numbers like +6 and −4

Examples of signed in a Sentence

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Under Sullivan, the Dolphins so far have signed (or re-signed) 27 players. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2026 And cornerback Kader Kohou (knee) could reach that status if re-signed and fully healthy. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 11 Mar. 2026 The first 150 to bring $10 or more in nonperishables receive a free, signed book. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Feb. 2026 Carvalho reiterated that the LAUSD does not allow any law enforcement entity to walk into its schools and take any type of action against a student, parent or employee without a signed judicial warrant. City News Service, Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for signed

Word History

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of signed was in 1873

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“Signed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/signed. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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